Outdoor commentary and legislative issues.
During National Safe Boating Week, May 20-26, boaters are reminded to brush up on safety rules in preparation for peak boating season.
Follow these 10 tips reduce the risk of incidents and help ensure a safe and enjoyable day on the water. Read more
It’s bear season across much of the nation, the time when bears that have been in hibernation come out of their dens and are extremely active and hungry, which means it’s more likely you’ll see one if you’re out fishing, rafting, overnighting or hiking in bear country.
And bear country is expanding these days thanks to careful management, with increasing black bear populations in many states with adequate habitat.
In general, if you leave black bears alone they will leave you alone, with the occasional rare exception.
The grizzly population in Montana, Idaho and Wyoming is also expanding, and this is a more concerning matter for those of us who enjoy the rivers of the west. Grizzlies often show little respect for humans, in part no doubt because they have not been hunted in 20 years in Montana, 40 years in Wyoming, and this can lead to problems for both man and bear.
Grizzlies are sometimes encountered in the thicker foliage that grows around trout streams of the three grizzly states, Idaho, Montana and Wyoming. (USF&W) Read more
MISSOULA, Mont. — The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation proudly accepted a $25,000 check from Henry Repeating Arms, a long-time partner and supporter.
“It is hard to quantify what a gift like this means,” said Kyle Weaver, RMEF president and CEO. “True, it allows us to put more money on the ground to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat and our hunting heritage, but it’s much more than that. It further cements our shared bond of wildlife and our hunting heritage as well as our respect for one of America’s stalwart firearms leaders.”
The partnership dates back two decades with Henry Repeating Arms having invested more than $205,000 toward RMEF’s mission.
In addition, the Henry Side Gate Lever Action .45-70 Gov’t is currently RMEF’s 2023 banquet rifle, meaning RMEF chapters feature the rifle at its big game banquets nationwide to generate even more funding for conservation. Read more
Reno, NV – Legacy Sports is now shipping the newest CITADEL TRAKR colors, FDE and ODG! Lightweight , Accurate and Affordable, the CITADEL TRAKRS are a great way to start your plinking adventure. The CITADEL TRAKR is offered in both semi-auto & bolt action for your personal preference and also comes in the USA Flag, USA Grayscale Flag & Black. These rimfires are perfect for entry level shooters and youth, giving them the assurance they need to shoot accurately. For more information about our new CITADEL TRAKR including specs and features, click here to go to our website! Read more
Connect-Ease 2.0 Provides Boaters/Anglers With An Even Better Engineering For Rigging No-Fail 12-, 24-, and 36-volt Trolling Motor Power Systems for Today’s Newer Power Systems Including Lithium and AGM
Prior Lake, MN – What have already become go-to rigging and power distribution products among in-the-know anglers and boaters for rigging today’s power-hungry trolling motors and marine/fishing electronics—as of April 2023, Connect-Ease trolling motor and GRAPH POWER rigging kits have been upgraded for even more longevity and peace-of-mind.
For fishermen or recreational boaters running today’s high-powered 12-, 24-, and 36-volt bow-mount trolling motors, Connect-Ease is proud to introduce the Connect-Ease 2.0 Upgraded Pro Trolling Motor Connection Kit w/Onboard Charging, which features heavier-duty 6-gauge wire (a change over previous 8 gauge) and many other engineering advances. Read more
SPRINGFIELD, MA. – Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: SWBI), a leader in firearm manufacturing and design, today unveiled the new Performance Center® M&P®10mm M2.0™ pistol.
Building off the success of the M&P10mm M2.0, Smith & Wesson listened, went to work, and focused on features designed to increase performance in order to take this series to the next level. Chambered in 10mm Auto, this new full-size polymer handgun is built with enhanced features that include a ported 5.6-inch barrel to reduce muzzle rise, optic-height tritium night sights for a clear sight picture in low-light conditions, and a Performance Center® tuned flat M2.0 trigger with a crisp break and audible reset.
“The new Performance Center 10mm was conceived with both the hunter and target shooter in mind. The goal was to build upon the M2.0 10mm series, with the intention of having reduced felt recoil and quicker follow-up shots. Popular features previously seen on other 5.6-inch PC pistols are present in this design and, when paired with the flat-shooting 10mm Auto cartridge, provide the end user a total package for hunting, self-defense, or at the range,” said John Myles, Senior Manager of New Products.
The new Performance Center 10mm slide is cut for optics and ships with Smith & Wesson’s C.O.R.E.™ plate system, two 15-round magazines, and four interchangeable palmswell grip inserts. This pistol is proudly made in the U.S.A. and has an MSRP of $749.00. Read more
Docking your pontoon in high winds and rough chop can create anxiety in even the most experienced pontoon pilot. Larger pontoon fenders are a great way to protect a boater’s investment during the docking process and when moored in turbulent waters. Calcutta Outdoors is excited to announce their production of a brand-new fender made specifically for pontoon boats that offers 38% more protection than a best-selling online fender.
“Anyone who’s ever docked with a crosswind knows the feeling of wanting a little more forgiveness when you’re bringing your boat in” says Ben Hayes, Innovation and Product Manager for South Bend by Calcutta. “That’s why we’re excited to give that captain a bit more peace of mind on approach or even when walking up to the cabin after drop off.”
The new Shoreline Pontoon Boat Fender features a unique design that offers more surface bumper area at the primary point of contact than the top-selling offering at the leading online retailer. The Shoreline Fender is 9 inches deep and 9 inches wide at its primary contact point versus 6.5” x 6.5” on a cylinder shape. Boat fenders help absorb shock caused by contact with other objects such as other boats or docks, which results in the fender preventing damage that could have been done to your boat. Read more
Tucson, AZ – The long-awaited First Focal Plane Low Variable Power Optic (LVPO) has arrived from RITON Optics with the unveiling of the 5 TACTIX 1-10×24. Engineered to outperform and overdeliver, the 5 TACTIX 1-10×24 has superior clarity, red dot capabilities with 1x power, and precision on 10x power for those long distance shots.
Capped, zero-resettable windage and elevation turrets provide the option of protected or exposed turrets based on usage. Precise and audible 1/10 MRAD turrets allow rapid adjustments for those who prefer to dial their turrets. For shooters who prefer to hold over and not dial their turrets, the illuminated 3OT Christmas tree reticle is the answer.
Windage and elevation adjustments on the 5 TACTIX 1-10×24 are made with tactile, low-profile turrets that offer 1/10 MRAD adjustments. Sturdy, machined aluminum turret caps ensure extreme durability and confidence in just about any environment.
“The 5 TACTIX LVPO has been a long time coming and we are thrilled it is finally here,” said Jerimiah Alexander, Director of Product Riton Optics. “We have spent a lot of time, research, and development creating a riflescope that would excel in any environment and exceed expectations.”
Using 6061-T6 aluminum, the 5 TACTIX 1-10×24 is a great choice for anyone who wants a quality, versatile riflescope that is robust and accurate. With the patent-pending dual lever throw system, shooters have the ability to increase magnification from 1x to half to full magnification utilizing the dual lever throw system without adjusting your shooting position. This feature is available on all 2023 Riton 3, 5 and 7 series optics. Read more
BELLEVUE, WA – A federal judge in New Jersey on Tuesday granted a preliminary injunction in part against certain tenets in the Garden State’s revised gun permit law, Chapter 131, chalking up a win for the Second Amendment Foundation and its lawsuit partners.
In her meticulously-researched 235-page ruling, Chief U.S. District Court Judge Renee Marie Bumb writes, “The Constitution leaves the States some measures to combat handgun violence. But what the Second Amendment prohibits the States from doing, and what the State of New Jersey has done here with much of Chapter 131, is to ‘prevent law-abiding citizens with ordinary self-defense needs from exercising their right to keep and bear arms.’ That is plainly unconstitutional.
“Bruen required the State to bring its firearm laws in compliance with the Second Amendment,” Judge Bumb adds. “Chapter 131 was the State’s response, but it went too far, becoming the kind of law that Founding Father Thomas Jefferson would have warned against since it ‘disarm[s] only those who are not inclined or determined to commit crimes [and] worsen[s] the plight of the assaulted, but improve[s] those of the assailants.’”
SAF is joined in this case by the Coalition of New Jersey Firearm Owners, New Jersey Second Amendment Society, Firearms Policy Coalition and three private citizens, Nicholas Gaudio, Jeffrey Muller and Ronald Koons, the latter for whom the case, Koons v. Platkin, is named. They are represented by attorney David Jensen of Beacon, N.Y.
“Judge Bumb’s ruling clearly recognizes the issues we raised with New Jersey’s restrictive gun law, and she’s fired a legal shot across the state’s bow,” said SAF founder and Executive Vice President Alan M. Gottlieb. “When New Jersey passed Chapter 131, it did away with the ‘justifiable need’ requirement, but replaced it with an equally egregious ‘sensitive places’ restriction to effectively prohibit carrying a legally-licensed handgun anywhere in the state. That just doesn’t pass the smell test.” Read more
EL PASO, Texas – Henry Repeating Arms, one of the country’s leading firearm manufacturers, has donated $25,000 to the Border Patrol Foundation (BPF) in support of the organization’s mission to honor the memory of fallen U.S. Border Patrol agents and provide immediate financial aid to their families.
Growing in scope since its founding in 2009, BPF now offers financial assistance to agents and Border Patrol support personnel who are wounded, injured or have fallen ill while performing their duties, as well as their family members, and a scholarship program for the children of fallen Border Patrol agents.
“Henry Repeating Arms’ donation will make a very significant impact to our critical mission,” said Rowdy Adams, President of Border Patrol Foundation. “BPF is very thankful for the support and looks forward to a long-lasting relationship with Henry Repeating Arms. The generous donation supports our commitment to ‘Honoring the Memory. Serving the Families.’” Read more